"If
you understand Palenque, you can understand anything the Maya ever
did," wrote renowned researcher Linda Shele. And she was right.
In this special report we bring to light why Palenque is considered
the most enigmatic of the Maya cities.

The architects and
sculptors of Copan eulogized their rulers and reaffirmed their religious
beliefs through colorful buildings and works of art. Rosalila temple,
an impressive example of this tradition, survived the passing of
centuries in pristine condition.By Barbara W. Fash

Numerous pre-Hispanic tombs have been
discovered in Jaina, a small island off the coasts of Campeche (Mexico).
In keeping with Maya tradition, the dead were buried with various
utensils, ceremonial objects and, above all, small clay statuettes.By Román Piña Chán